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GL54 DWG

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

129,368 mi
Last recorded129,368 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 DWG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 129,368 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

little reserve travel at handbrake lever

Pass 14 May 2022 126,590 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear disc slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 126,589 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear disc slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 122,981 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 122,981 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2020 117,107 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 109,010 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 75,787 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 52,984 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 46,206 miles

Both rear tyres have less than 4.0mm tread remaining.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 May 2016 46,204 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Both rear tyres have less than 4.0mm tread remaining.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 May 2015 39,956 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 39,310 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 38,447 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 38,447 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 36,970 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 34,813 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 32,721 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 27,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 27,577 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 21,452 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 16,855 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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GL54 DWG is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 100,731 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL54 DWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL54 DWG registered?

GL54 DWG is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is GL54 DWG safe to buy?

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